The Sweetest Marriage (2)

Ch. 336: Still Planning

After the couple finished washing up, they bid farewell to Wei Yan and prepared to return to the capital.

However, as soon as the two of them left the hotel, a car stopped in front of them. The window rolled down, revealing Old Master Wei with an almost expressionless face.

"Grandfather," Wei Chen greeted.

"Get in the car," Old Master Wei said, turning his head. "I'll take you to the airport."

Wei Chen was somewhat surprised. He thought his grandfather had come to persuade him to stay, but he hadn't expected him to offer a ride to the airport.

So, Wei Chen had no reason to refuse. He opened the car door and got in with Chen Li.

Once the couple fastened their seat belts, the car started. It was very quiet inside, and the atmosphere was somewhat awkward.

After about half an hour of driving, Old Master Wei finally spoke. "Achen," his voice was faint, devoid of any discernible emotion.

"Yes," Wei Chen replied softly.

Chen Li turned to look out the window, trying to diminish his presence.

Having received a response, Old Master Wei continued, "Achen, Grandpa knows you have grievances against me, and Grandpa doesn't expect you to forgive me. But you are still a part of the Wei family. If the Wei family faces difficulties in the future, Grandpa hopes you won't stand idly by." Old Master Wei spoke earnestly, his expression stern, as if seeking a commitment from Wei Chen regarding the rise and fall of the Wei family.

Wei Chen didn't know what Old Master Wei was really aiming for, whether he was completely compromising or taking a step back to move forward.

However, regardless of Old Master Wei's current intentions, what he said at that moment resonated with Wei Chen's inner thoughts. Therefore, Wei Chen nodded without hesitation.

He, Wei Chen, would protect the Wei family.

Old Master Wei's tense posture relaxed slightly. Then, he shifted his gaze to Chen Li, took out a small gift box from his pocket, and handed it to Chen Li.

"I've done many wrongs to you. I realize my mistakes now. I don't expect your forgiveness, but I hope that when Achen faces difficulties in the future, you can help him."

Chen Li didn't immediately take the gift. Instead, he looked at Wei Chen. Wei Chen nodded toward him, and only then did Chen Li extend his hands to accept what Old Master Wei offered.

He didn't open to see what was inside, sitting reservedly in his place. Wei Chen, however, looked thoughtfully at Old Master Wei. Perhaps he understood Old Master Wei's intentions now; inevitably, there was still some strategizing going on.

Afterward, the car fell into silence again, and after over half an hour, it stopped at Shanghai International Airport.

Watching Wei Chen and Chen Li's figures vanish into the airport lobby, Old Master Wei curved his lips slightly.

Indeed, as he had mentioned to himself, he wouldn't seek forgiveness from Wei Chen and Chen Li now, nor would he contemplate bridging their relationship. After all, he was aware that some mistakes couldn't be resolved with a mere apology.

The chasm between himself and Wei Chen and Chen Li had been drawn, one that couldn't be easily mended.

Once, Old Master Wei had been troubled by this situation, contemplating repairing the relationship. However, last night, he came to a realization.

Wei Chen had been raised by him, and he understood Wei Chen's personality better than most. Wei Chen had a strong sense of responsibility, and the Wei family represented the weight of responsibility on Wei Chen's shoulders.